Ingénieur DevOps H/F
Thales · Vélizy-Villacoublay, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €55,000 / year
- Vélizy-Villacoublay, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Architect and deploy cloud-native Kubernetes infrastructures.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for applications.
- Manage and optimize Kubernetes clusters for performance.
- Implement security and compliance for containerized environments.
- Collaborate with teams to optimize application lifecycles.
About the role
About Thales
Thales is a global leader in high technology, specializing in Defense & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Cyber & Digital sectors. They develop products and solutions that contribute to a safer, more environmentally friendly, and more inclusive world. The Group invests nearly €4 billion annually in Research & Development, focusing on key innovation areas like AI, cybersecurity, quantum, cloud technologies, and 6G. Thales employs nearly 81,000 people in 68 countries.
Our Commitments, Your Benefits
- Success driven by our technological excellence, your experience, and our shared ambition.
- An attractive compensation package.
- Continuous skill development: training programs, internal academies, and communities.
- An inclusive, supportive environment that respects work-life balance.
- Recognized societal and environmental commitment.
Your Daily Life
Join us at the Vélizy campus, which hosts a wide variety of Thales activities across aerospace, defense, and civil sectors. Located west of Paris, this site offers a work environment equipped with the latest technological innovations and services to balance professional and personal life.
Based in a cutting-edge technological environment, you will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to optimizing and securing cloud and hybrid infrastructures. You will work in a collaborative and dynamic setting, with opportunities for partial remote work and flexible hours.
Your Main Missions
- Conception and Implementation: Architect and deploy cloud-native infrastructures based on Kubernetes.
- Automation: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment.
- Orchestration: Manage and optimize Kubernetes clusters to ensure high availability and performance.
- Security: Implement security and compliance policies for containerized environments.
- Monitoring and Logging: Set up monitoring and log analysis solutions to anticipate and resolve incidents.
- Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to optimize application lifecycles.
- Documentation: Write and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
- Innovation: Propose new technologies and continuous improvement of DevOps practices.
Your Work Environment
- Modern campus with collaborative spaces.
- Company restaurant and amenities.
- Partial remote work and flexible hours.
- Proximity to large green spaces.
Your Profile
You hold a Master's degree (Bac+5) in Computer Science (Engineering School or Master's) with a specialization in DevOps, Cloud, or Systems. You possess the following skills:
Essential Technical Skills:
- Kubernetes: Expertise in container management and orchestration.
- CI/CD: Proficiency with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
- Cloud: Experience with GCP, AWS, or Azure.
- Infrastructure as Code: Skills with Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent.
- Scripting: Mastery of Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Monitoring: Knowledge of Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or similar.
- Security: Understanding of security challenges in cloud and containerized environments.
Desired Qualities:
- Autonomy, rigor, and adaptability.
- Team spirit and collaboration with technical architects.
- Ability to grasp integration challenges in complex environments.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in English (professional level).
A Kubernetes certification (CKA, CKAD) or cloud certification (AWS, GCP, Azure) would be a plus.
A Word from the Manager
Within our team, we are experiencing a unique technological adventure, at the heart of strategic projects. You will join a passionate team where collaboration and innovation are at the center of our priorities. We are looking for a rigorous, autonomous, and motivated individual who can bring their expertise while evolving in a demanding environment. If you are ready to take on technical challenges and contribute to the success of our projects, this position is for you!
Thales, an inclusive employer, recognizes all talents. Diversity is our greatest asset. Apply and join us!
Key skills/competency
- DevOps Engineer
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Automation
- Security
- Monitoring
- Scripting
- Terraform
- Ansible
Skills & topics
- DevOps Engineer
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD
- Cloud
- Automation
- Infrastructure as Code
- Python
- Bash
- Terraform
- Ansible
- GCP
- AWS
- Azure
- Jenkins
- GitLab CI
- Monitoring
- Security
- Thales
- Vélizy-Villacoublay
- France
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cloud expertise. Emphasize scripting and automation skills for DevOps roles.
- Showcase projects: Include personal or professional projects demonstrating your Infrastructure as Code and containerization experience.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss Kubernetes architecture, CI/CD best practices, and cloud security challenges.
- Demonstrate soft skills: Prepare examples of your collaboration, problem-solving, and communication abilities in complex technical environments.
- Research Thales: Understand their focus on trust, technology, and innovation in defense, aerospace, and digital sectors.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical skills required for the Ingénieur DevOps H/F role at Thales?
- For the Ingénieur DevOps H/F position at Thales, essential technical skills include expertise in Kubernetes for container orchestration, proficiency in CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, experience with major cloud providers (GCP, AWS, Azure), Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or Ansible, scripting in Python/Bash/PowerShell, and knowledge of monitoring tools such as Prometheus or Grafana.
- What kind of projects can I expect to work on as an Ingénieur DevOps at Thales?
- As an Ingénieur DevOps at Thales, you will architect and deploy cloud-native infrastructures using Kubernetes, develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, manage and optimize Kubernetes clusters for high availability, implement security policies for containerized environments, and set up monitoring and logging solutions. You'll collaborate closely with development teams to optimize application lifecycles and drive innovation in DevOps practices.
- Does Thales offer remote work or flexible hours for the Ingénieur DevOps H/F position?
- Yes, the Ingénieur DevOps H/F position at Thales offers opportunities for partial remote work and flexible hours, as mentioned in the job description, allowing for a better work-life balance within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- What additional certifications would be beneficial for an Ingénieur DevOps applicant at Thales?
- While not mandatory, Thales values additional certifications for the Ingénieur DevOps role. A Kubernetes certification (like CKA or CKAD) or a cloud certification (AWS, GCP, Azure) would be a significant plus and could enhance your application.
- What is the typical educational background for an Ingénieur DevOps at Thales?
- Thales typically looks for candidates with a Master's degree (Bac+5) in Computer Science, often from an Engineering School or Master's program, with a specialization in DevOps, Cloud, or Systems for the Ingénieur DevOps H/F role.
- How does Thales promote employee development for an Ingénieur DevOps?
- Thales is committed to continuous skill development for its employees. This includes providing access to training programs, internal academies, and fostering internal communities where Ingénieur DevOps professionals can share knowledge and grow their expertise.
- What is the importance of security in the Ingénieur DevOps role at Thales?
- Security is a critical aspect of the Ingénieur DevOps role at Thales. You will be responsible for implementing security and compliance policies for containerized environments and understanding the specific security challenges inherent in cloud and containerized systems.